Friday, July 29, 2011

An international symbol of luck, Bamboo is the inspiration behind these vintage cased glass vases. UPDATE: They are probably Swedish (the polished rims of the blues lead us to think they are Scandinavian...someone suggested Åseda).l to r: 9", 6.5", 8.5"

Sunday, July 24, 2011

An Italian covered compote of note - with that particular mix of Modernism and Baroque. The 1950s were such a transitory era in design, a time when such a fabulous hybrid of themes could co-exist. Creamy off-white glass with a light speckling of gold.13" tall

Friday, July 22, 2011

An incredibly rare Barbini bottle from the 50s. So rare in fact, that we have come across only 2 in the last 14 years. The unusual flat shape (photographed above both head on and in profile) is precisely what makes it so unique!26"

Thursday, July 21, 2011

Dark brown pottery decorated with inlay of genuine Sterling Silver filigree courtesy of Gustavsberg. This fish vessel is from a line called "Facett" by famed Surrealist Sven Jonson (a sort of Swedish Salvador Dali ) whose paintings are part of the permanent collection of many a museum, including MoMA here in New York.11"

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

We had a stylist in just the other day searching for accessories for a fashion shoot. Among her desired colors for glass was hot pink, a color we just never see in vintage glass. For whatever reason, it remains among the rarest colors in the spectrum...that is until today, when one arrived. Isn't that ironic? Don't ya think?Made in Italy, 10.5"

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

A most unusual shaped bowl from the Seguso glass factory, Murano 1950s/60s. We think it has a boat-like look to it, and yet, very futuristic and modern at the same time. Great stark contrast is displayed in the use of clear and black.6" X 6"

Sunday, July 17, 2011

In 1959, a West German pottery company called Ceramano was founded with the intention of creating high quality ceramics of exceptional design that reach beyond the mainstream. Here is a rare version of a Ceramano vase style called the "Adria", designed by artistic director Hanns Welling. An object ofsuch vibrant cobalt blue, its creation seems likely influenced by the iconic works of contemporary artist Yves Klein.Height: 8.7 inches

Friday, July 15, 2011

This ridiculously cute creature lasted in our store window all of one hour before its future owner had to have it! Made in Italy, this is a great example of a collectible ceramic Zebra in pristine condition. A rare large size @ 18" X 18"

Thursday, July 14, 2011

Freshly polished for your pleasure - Sterling Silver from the 50s. All Mexican-made with the exception of the triangle in the foreground (American, Reed & Barton). So just how did the town of Taxco, Mexico become a hotbed of modernist silver design? Due to its proximity to the silver mines and the influx of large European companies such as Christofle and Puiforcat (who set up shop there during the Second World War) the intercontinental influence on local design became apparent in the more streamline designs of local Mexican Silversmiths.

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

Monday, July 11, 2011

Jacob Bangfor Nymølle, Denmark, circa 1950 - a time when Bang held the title of Art Director for the company. If you recognize the surname, one would be correct to assume Jacob is related to the other Bangs of note, such as the famous ceramicist Arne Bang and Holmegaard Glass master Michael Bang. The raised flower detail is a timeless and joyful motif.

Sunday, July 10, 2011

These three are among the most unusual glass vessels to be found from Empoli, Italy. Oblong vases, made mid-century, of molded cased glass in oh-so-60's colorations like Lime Green, Aubergine, and Avocado. The pattern reminds me of some sort of Sci-fi circuitry. Strange and chic at the same time.

Saturday, July 9, 2011

This bohemian piece is an optical wonder, the result of both hand-cut and acid-etched techniques. A trippy sort of abstract honeycomb effect captured in purple glass. German, 1960's, by ErichJachmann for WMF.7.5" tall

Friday, July 8, 2011

Purchased directly at the Murano factory showroom by its previous owner in the 50's, this Flavio Poli piecemakes it way to our shop awaiting its next lucky owner. Ruby red glass with a touch of yellow in the Sommerso base...the most impressive design element, of course, is the 17" height, thanks to the elegant needle-nose stopper.

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Editorially speaking, we adore a lush photo spread, especially when our vintage wares are featured prominently. Real Simple is a magazine that really loves us and the feelings are mutual, given the elegant outcome of this flower arranging story in the current issue (July 2011). Shot in the style of a Dutch Master painting, our vessels enhance the subject matter - gorgeous arrangements in equally beautiful vases.

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Jet black and orange are not just for Halloween any more! This elegant Murano bowl is so saturated and rich in color... not to mention orange continues to be a hot decorator hue for the contemporary home.

Saturday, July 2, 2011

Home design is always in step with the worlds of fashion and beauty, so it makes sense that the metallic trend continues to prevail. This trio is so shiny that some may mistake them for actual ore, yet they are all three Italianceramics from the 50s/60s, heavily decorated with copper, bronze, and real gold.l to r: 8.5", 9", 7.5"

Friday, July 1, 2011

An anonymous piece of decorative art...Teak and Enamel Jewelry Box, 1950s. A closer look reveals an abstract bar scene. Look for bottles and small glasses in this tasty tableau. The inside contains three sections to store your valuables and baubles.

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There is nothing quite like the fabulous vintage hand blown glass , the rare ceramics, and the marvelous mid-century modern furniture found at "The End of History". We opened our shop in Manhattan's West Village in 1997. Since then we have amassed more decorative objects from the 50's & 60's in one room than anywhere in the world. As a result we've become the go-to for top editors from magazines as well as a choice source to the best interior designers in the world. We will update this blog often... and as new publications come out and exciting new items hit our shelves!